The Federal Government of Nigeria has congratulated Hungary’s newly inaugurated Prime Minister, Péter Magyar, following his swearing-in ceremony held at the Hungarian Parliament in Budapest on May 9, 2026.
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, conveyed the message in a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja.
The Nigerian government also congratulated the Tisza Party on its victory in Hungary’s parliamentary elections conducted on April 12, 2026, expressing confidence in the new administration as it begins its mandate.
According to the statement, Nigeria described the political transition in Hungary as “a significant moment in Hungary’s democratic evolution,” noting that it reflects “the enduring importance of democratic participation, constitutional governance, and peaceful political transition in strengthening national institutions and public trust.”
The Federal Government said Nigeria and Hungary have continued to maintain cordial diplomatic relations built on mutual respect and cooperation in key sectors such as education, agriculture, trade and investment, science and technology, energy, and capacity development.
“Nigeria particularly values Hungary’s scholarship and educational exchange programmes, which have contributed significantly to strengthening people-to-people relations between the two nations,” the statement said.
The statement further noted that Nigeria welcomed Prime Minister Magyar’s commitment to strengthening Hungary’s engagement within Europe while advancing democratic governance, regional stability, and economic development.
“Nigeria remains confident that relations between the two countries will continue to be deepened through sustained diplomatic dialogue and mutually beneficial cooperation,” the ministry stated.
The Federal Government also reaffirmed its readiness to work closely with the new Hungarian administration to promote bilateral cooperation and advance shared interests within multilateral institutions, including the United Nations and other global platforms.
“The Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria wish Prime Minister Péter Magyar and the Government of Hungary success in their new responsibilities and express hope for continued peace, stability, and prosperity for the people of Hungary,” the statement added.